Description : To test null hypothesis, a researcher uses: (A) t test (B) ANOVA (C) x 2 (D) factorial analysis
Last Answer : Answer: B Analysis of variance (ANOVA) is a collection of statistical models used to analyze the differences among group means and their associated procedures (such as "variation" among ... "variation" among and between groups), developed by statistician and evolutionary biologist Ronald Fisher.
Description : The question to be answered by factorial analysis of the quantitative data does not explain one of the following (A) Is X' related to Y' ? (B) How is X' related to Y'? (C) How does X' affect the ... levels of another independent variable K' or M' ? (D) How is X' by K' related to M'?
Last Answer : (D) How is ‘X’ by ‘K’ related to ‘M’?
Description : A null hypothesis is (A) when there is no difference between the variables (B) the same as research hypothesis (C) subjective in nature (D) when there is difference between the variables
Last Answer : (A) when there is no difference between the variables
Description : The importance of the correlation co-efficient lies in the fact that: (A) There is a linear relationship between the correlated variables. (B) It is one of the most valid measure of statistics. ... of the association be tween two variables. (D) It is a non-parametric method of statistical analysis.
Last Answer : (C) It allows one to determine the degree or strength of the association be tween two variables.
Description : A hypothesis which states the relationship among three or more variables is called as a. Simple Hypothesis b. Complex Hypothesis c. Research Hypothesis d. Non directional Hypothesis
Last Answer : b. Complex Hypothesis
Description : Which sequence of research steps is logical in the list given below? (A) Problem formulation, Analysis, Development of Research design, Hypothesis making, Collection of data, Arriving ... sample and data collection tools Formulation of hypothesis, Collection and interpretation of research evidence
Last Answer : (C) Problem formulation, Hypothesis making, Development of a Research design, Collection of a Data; Data analysis and formulation of generalizations and conclusions.
Description : Which of the following is an initial mandatory requirement for pursuing research? (A) Developing a research design (B) Formulating a research question (C) Deciding about the data analysis procedure (D) Formulating a research hypothesis
Last Answer : (B) Formulating a research question
Description : In a research on the effect of child-rearing practices on stress-proneness of children in competing school projects, the hypothesis formulated is that child rearing practices do influence stress-proneness'. At ... be rejected. (D) No decision can be taken in respect of the research hypothesis.
Last Answer : (B) The research hypothesis will be accepted.
Description : Which of the following statements regarding the meaning of research are correct? (a) Research refers to a series of systematic activity or activities undertaken to find out the solution of a problem. (b) It is a systematic, logical and an ... and (c) (C) (b), (c) and (d) (D) (a), (c) and (d)
Last Answer : D
Description : In the process of conducting research ‘Formulation of Hypothesis” is followed by (A) Statement of Objectives (B) Analysis of Data (C) Selection of Research Tools (D) Collection of Data
Last Answer : (B) Analysis of Data
Description : The F-test: (A) is essentially a two tailed test. (B) is essentially a one tailed test. (C) can be one tailed as well as two tailed depending on the hypothesis. (D) can never be a one tailed test.
Last Answer : Sir kindly help me I'm in very difficult situation.... One question came in SET Exam i will write it here What is the nature of F test? A. Essentially a two-tailed test B. Essentially a one-tailed ... to verify this that I can send them as evidence. Sir I will be very grateful to u.kindly reply.
Description : "Male and female students perform equally well in a numerical aptitude test." This statement indicates a: (A) statistical hypothesis (B) research hypothesis (C) null hypothesis (D) directional hypothesis
Last Answer : (C) null hypothesis
Description : good qualitative problem statement: a. Defines the independent and dependent variables b. Conveys a sense of emerging design c. Specifies a research hypothesis to be tested d. Specifies the relationship between variables that the researcher expects to find
Last Answer : b. Conveys a sense of emerging design
Description : In analysis of man-environment relationship Pragmatic Possibilism implies that : (A) There is no limit for man to exploit resources of earth (B) There are limited possibilities to explore earth's ... to keep in mind only his basic needs while planning to harness the potential of resourceful earth
Last Answer : (C) The man has to watch and assess the situation and then go ahead with resource utilization
Description : Which of the following statements is true in the context of the testing of a hypothesis? (A) It is only the alternative hypothesis, that can be tested. (B) It is only the null hypothesis, ... the null hypotheses can be tested. (D) Both, the alternative and the null hypotheses cannot be tested.
Last Answer : (B) It is only the null hypothesis, that can be tested.
Description : A working hypothesis is (A) a proven hypothesis for an argument. (B) not required to be tested (C) a provisionally accepted hypothesis for further research (D) a scientific theory
Last Answer : (C) a provisionally accepted hypothesis for further research
Description : Identify the incorrect statement: (A) A hypothesis is made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigations. (B) A hypothesis is a basis for reasoning without ... is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon. (D) Scientific hypothesis is a scientific theory.
Last Answer : (D) Scientific hypothesis is a scientific theory.
Description : A hypothesis is a (A) law (B) canon (C) postulate (D) supposition
Last Answer : (D) supposition
Description : Formulation of hypothesis may NOT be required in: (A) Survey method (B) Historical studies (C) Experimental studies (D) Normative studies
Last Answer : (B) Historical studies
Description : Yard stick which measures relationship between two variables a) Financial statements b) Ratio c) Fund Flow analysis d) Cash flow analysis
Last Answer : b) Ratio
Description : is a statistical technique which determines and quantifies the relationship between variables and enables standard equations to be established for energy consumption. a) linear regression analysis b) time-dependent energy analysis c) moving annual total d) CUSUM
Last Answer : a) linear regression analysis
Description : Which one of the following methods serve to measure correlation between two variables? (A) Scatter Diagram (B) Frequency Distribution (C) Two-way table (D) Coefficient of Rank Correlation
Last Answer : (D) Coefficient of Rank Correlation
Description : Which of the following variables cannot be expressed in quantitative terms? (A) Socio-economic Status (B) Marital Status (C) Numerical Aptitude (D) Professional Attitude
Last Answer : (D) Professional Attitude
Description : The experimental study is based on: (A) The manipulation of variables (B) Conceptual parameters (C) Replication of research (D) Survey of literature
Last Answer : (A) The manipulation of variables
Description : One of the aims of the scientific method in research is to: (A) improve data interpretation (B) eliminate spurious relations (C) confirm triangulation (D) introduce new variables
Last Answer : Answer: B aims of the scientific method in research is: Observe and Describe Predict Determination of the Causes Explain The aims of research can then be finetuned, or may serve to open up new areas of interest. Either way, the store of human knowledge has been enriched and increased.
Description : A hypothesis that States the nature (positive or negative) of the interaction between two or more variables is called a. Associated Hypothesis b. Casual Hypothesis c. Null Hypothesis d. Directional Hypothesis
Last Answer : d. Directional Hypothesis
Description : Which of the following is NOT a purpose of descriptive studies? a. To serve as a starting point for hypothesis generation b. To get rigorous control of the variables c. To serve as a starting ... for theory development d. To observe, describe, & document aspects of a situation as it naturally occurs
Last Answer : b. To get rigorous control of the variables
Description : Research that is done to examine the findings of someone else using the "same variables but different people” is which of the following? a. Exploration b. Hypothesis c. Replication d. Empiricism
Last Answer : c. Replication
Description : For a function of two variables, boundary value analysis yields (A) 4n + 3 test cases (B) 4n + 1 test cases (C) n + 4 (D) None of the above
Last Answer : (B) 4n + 1 test cases
Description : 40. Which of the following is a limitation associated with an LP model a. The relationship among decision variables is linear b. No guarantee to get integer valued solutions c. No considerations of effect of time & uncertainty on LP model d. All of the above
Last Answer : d. All of the above
Description : 30. The distinguishing feature of an LP model is a. Relationship among all variables is linear b. It has single objective function & constraints c. Value of decision variables is non-negative d. All of the above
Last Answer : a. Relationship among all variables is linear
Description : Which of the following is true with regard to a Linear Programming Model? a. No guarantee to get integer valued solution b. The relationship among decision variables is liner c. Both a and b d. None of the these
Last Answer : d. None of the these
Description : For a program of k variables, boundary value analysis yields .............. test cases. (A) 4k – 1 (B) 4k (C) 4k + 1 (D) 2k – 1
Last Answer : (C) 4k + 1
Description : Research ethics has a direct connection more often with which stages of research ? (A) Defining and delimiting the scope of research. (B) Problem formulation and reporting of research ... deciding the sampling technique for research. (D) Deciding about statistical techniques and data analysis.
Last Answer : (B) Problem formulation and reporting of research findings.
Description : In a Ph.D. thesis which one is the correct sequence for showing scheme of Chapterisation ? (A) Survey of related studies, Introduction, Design of the study, DataAnalysis and ... of study, Data analysis and interpretation, Conclusions and generalizations, Suggestions for further research, Appendix
Last Answer : (C) Introduction, Survey of related studies, Design of study, Datapresentation; analysis & Interpretation, Formulation of generalization & Conclusions, Suggestions for further research, References & Appendix
Description : What is a Research Design? (A) A way of conducting research that is not grounded in theory. (B) The choice between using qualitative or quantitative methods. (C) The style in which you present your research ... e.g. a graph. (D) A framework for every stage of the collection and analysis of data.
Last Answer : (D) A framework for every stage of the collection and analysis of data.
Description : The core elements of dissertation are (A) Introduction; Data Collection; Data Analysis; Conclusions and Recommendations (B) Executive Summary; Literature review; Data gathered; Conclusions; ... ; References (D) Introduction; Literature Review; Research Methodology; Results; Discussion and Conclusion
Last Answer : A
Description : Sampling error decreases with the (A) decrease in sample size (B) increase in sample size (C) process of randomization (D) process of analysis
Last Answer : (B) increase in sample size
Description : With which one of the following techniques communality is associated ? (A) Univariate analysis (B) Factor analysis (C) Case studies (D) SWOT analysis
Last Answer : (B) Factor analysis
Description : Arrange the following steps of research in correct sequence: 1. Identification of research problem 2. Listing of research objectives 3. Collection of data 4. Methodology 5. Data analysis 6. Results and discussion (A) 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - ... C) 2 - 1 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 (D) 2 - 1 - 4 - 3 - 5 - 6
Last Answer : Answer: B
Description : The term ‘phenomenology’ is associated with the process of (A) Qualitative Research (B) Analysis of Variance (C) Correlational Study (D) Probability Sampling
Last Answer : (A) Qualitative Research
Description : The research which is exploring new facts through the study of the past is called (A) Philosophical research (B) Historical research (C) Mythological research (D) Content analysis
Last Answer : (B) Historical research
Description : Environmental impact assessment is an objective analysis of the probable changes in: (A) physical characteristics of the environment (B) biophysical characteristics of the environment (C) socio-economic characteristics of the environment (D) all the above
Last Answer : (D) all the above
Description : Generalised conclusion on the basis of a sample is technically known as: (A) Data analysis and interpretation (B) Parameter inference (C) Statistical inference (D) All of the above
Last Answer : (C) Statistical inference
Description : The science of the study of feedback systems in humans, animals and machines is known as: (A) cybernetics (B) reverse communication (C) selectivity study (D) response analysis
Last Answer : Answer: A Cybernetics is the study of communication and control processes in living organisms and machines. Cybernetics analyzes the ability of humans, animals, and some machines to respond to ... machines control their actions by telling them whether they are proceeding in the right direction.
Description : The important pre-requisites of a researcher in sciences, social sciences and humanities are (A) laboratory skills, records, supervisor, topic (B) Supervisor, topic, critical analysis, ... supervisor, topic, flexibility in thinking (D) topic, supervisor, good temperament, pre-conceived notions
Last Answer : (B) Supervisor, topic, critical analysis, patience
Description : If 4! = 1x2x3x4 and is called 4 factorial, what is the sum of the numbers e.g. 4(?)= (1+2+3+4) called?
Last Answer : What’s wrong with the summation notation? It does just that. I don’t think there’s any other way of expressing it other than writing it out. [addition]: After more research, I found a formula where 1+2+3+4….+n= n*(n+1)/2 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Triangular_number
Description : Is there a formula to find the factorial of a number?
Last Answer : n! = Gamma[n – 1].
Description : What is 1000000 factorial divided by 999999 factorial?
Last Answer : 1
Description : The per capital income of India from 1950 to 1990 is four times. This study is (a) social (b) Factorial (c) Longitudinal (d) horizontal
Last Answer : (c) Longitudinal